The Plaza

[ORLANDOJBBOY]

I like the more recent example of the overbuilding of gas stations. Now we've got underground tanks and huge paved corners at every major intersection. I always there was a public safety/health reason to regulate those.

But I don't see how someone can say they are for the 'free market', BUT they think people don't have the right to invest or 'charge too much' for whatever they own/produce. If they don't have that right, what is the point? The market should correct that.

I totally agree, and i would say that banks are being built to much now, it seems everywhere i go they are putting in a 5th/3rd, fairwinds, amsouth or whatever other banks there are on every corner. At least those arent a health threat.

[Tim3167]

I havent noticed any aircraft warning beacons on any of these towers. Aren't they required at 200' and over?

[orlandonative]

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Edited January 2, 2007 by orlandonative

[Orlandoguy24]

anyone know when the movie theater is opening?

[gibby]

I think the sign says Spring 2007.

[bulldogger]

anyone know when the movie theater is opening?

Last word was April. That will be in time to work out the kinks before the big Memorial Day movie madness.

[ORLANDOJBBOY]

Shops at PTP

Set to open first quarter 2007:

Amstar Cinemas 12-screen theater

Corona Cigar Bar (cigars and full bar w/food menu)

Beauty Spot

Coldstone Creamery

Benot Cafe Sushi

Bola Restaurant

PJ's Wine & Coffee Bar

Salon Elysee

Salsaritas Restaurant

Scottrade Securities Brokerage

Urban Flats Restaurant

[sunshine]

How can someone mix cigar with food?

that list is pretty weak except the cinema.

[ORLANDOJBBOY]

How can someone mix cigar with food?

that list is pretty weak except the cinema.

That is what i have so far, nothing really exciting except the movie theater and Urban Flats, i didnt pick the places

[mrh3]

How can someone mix cigar with food?

that list is pretty weak except the cinema.

I can't exactly speak to the overall list of retailers, but it looks like a relatively decent collection of local businesses. In the long run, the local small businesses are what will give the Orlando area a unique identity. Who knows maybe one of these firms will be the next Red Lobster...

[bulldogger]

I know I saw a sign at I-Drive and Sand Lake for one of these, but haven't ventured in to see what it's about... what's the eBola Restaurant?

[amato407]

I have not been to Bola, but heard it is amazing!!! One of the restaurant highlights of I-Drive...I'm glad to see one opening downtown.

[bulldogger]

I have not been to Bola, but heard it is amazing!!! One of the restaurant highlights of I-Drive...I'm glad to see one opening downtown.

What kind of food?

[i_cre8]

What kind of food?

From the web:

Bola is an upscale Italian restaurant. It mixes contemporary trends with traditional Italian flare. Bola's glass encased wine vault is displaying over 2000 wines from the finest vineyards around the world. Bola offers 2 private dining areas, a full bar and plush lounge with live nightly entertainment.

http://www.bolaristorante.com/

Edited January 3, 2007 by i_cre8

[bulldogger]

thanks. looks nice.

[bic]

that list is pretty weak except the cinema.

That list caters to a lot of different markets and should keep people frequenting The Plaza at most hours of the day. Sorry if it doesn't feature your Abercrombie and Fitch.

[UPSDAN]

That list caters to a lot of different markets and should keep people frequenting The Plaza at most hours of the day. Sorry if it doesn't feature your Abercrombie and Fitch.

I have to agree I think the list is pretty nicely mixed. I'd love to see something like an ESPN Zone or Fox Sports Bar Downtown around this area; especially with the new arena going right down the street...I think Hooters should also re-open (Not a big Hooters fan but the downtown Hooters had nice atmosphere)

[corpkid]

Agree. I think the Clubhouse (formerly Maui Jack's) is OK, but we need a REAL sports bar downtown. The clubhouse is packed on game days, so I'd venture to guess there is a market for one more.

[UPSDAN]

For those interested, attached is an article from a few months ago about all the upcoming dining options downtown including the Plaza options:

http://www.orlandomagazine.com/dining.htm

[MAntoniazzi]

I have to agree I think the list is pretty nicely mixed. I'd love to see something like an ESPN Zone or Fox Sports Bar Downtown around this area; especially with the new arena going right down the street...I think Hooters should also re-open (Not a big Hooters fan but the downtown Hooters had nice atmosphere)

With EA coming downtown an EA Sports Bar would be nice.

[orlandouprise]

i agree a nice mix at PTP...

...is EA a definate DT?

does anybody know if ESPN Zone's are franchised?

[downtowninvestor]

corona cigar is a great add....if anyone has visited the dr phillips location...its a hang out spot....great to have a imported beer and a smoke....i bet a gators sports bar would be a great fit in there

[EngineerNole]

How can someone mix cigar with food?

that list is pretty weak except the cinema.

I don't see how restaurants are weak. It brings life to the area. People will flock to Coldstone Creamery before or after their movies, I can guarantee that.

[WeNeed2Progress]

i agree a nice mix at PTP...

...is EA a definate DT?

does anybody know if ESPN Zone's are franchised?

As for an ESPN Zone, Disney Quest at Downtown Disney's Westside is rumored to be converted to an ESPN Zone, closing the ESPN Club at Disney's Boardwalk.

[corpkid]

As for an ESPN Zone, Disney Quest at Downtown Disney's Westside is rumored to be converted to an ESPN Zone, closing the ESPN Club at Disney's Boardwalk.

Really? I've been to Disney Quest several times and it was always PACKED. Kind of to the point it wasn't even fun (as it is with all of our fair themeparks.)

DQ does have some cool stuff, but the capacity sucks, to be blunt. I think an ESPN zone would be more feasible.